Thaysa Araujo
Clinical Psychologist
Introduction
About me
Hello! :) I’m a Clinical Psychologist working mainly with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
I support adults navigating anxiety, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, emotional challenges, and periods of change or crisis. I have a particular interest in women’s mental health, including relationships, motherhood, menopause, and the different ways our sense of self can shift throughout life.
As a Brazilian who has lived in Portugal for many years, I also understand personally some of the emotional challenges that can come with moving countries, from homesickness and cultural adjustment to rebuilding a sense of belonging.
My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up and that our sessions give them space to be themselves. I believe therapy should help you feel understood while also giving you practical ways to make sense of what you’re going through and move forward.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy during moments of uncertainty, whether that’s a relationship change, career transition, relocation, or simply feeling lost and wanting to find their direction again.
How it works
Includes tax & admin fee
Free 15-minute intro call
Not sure if it's the right fit? A chance to explore how we can work together before making any decisions.
Focus areas
What I help with
My approach
What it's like to work with me
In our first session, we’ll get to know each other and explore what you’re currently going through. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out, we can start exactly where you are and begin thinking together about what kind of support would feel most helpful.
For me, progress means understanding yourself better, feeling stronger when difficult moments arise, and gradually finding your sense of direction again.
Therapeutic approaches
Personal
Beyond therapy
Why I love being a therapist
I enjoy travelling, discovering new places, and spending quality time with the people I care about.
My interests & joys
I love being there for people during difficult moments and seeing them gradually reconnect with their strength, clarity, and confidence.
Background
Professional experience
Thaysa is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience across clinical practice, crisis support, and workplace mental health. Her work includes psychological assessment, CBT-based counselling, crisis intervention, and support for anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
She has also worked in Trust & Safety and employee wellbeing, supporting professionals exposed to potentially distressing content through individual counselling, psychological risk assessments, resilience programmes, and workplace wellbeing initiatives.
Earlier in her career, Thaysa worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams, giving her broad experience across different stages of life and support needs.
Training
Credentials
- OPP (Member of the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association)
- Clinical Supervisor OPP
- EuroPsy Registered Psychologist
Studies
Educational background
Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Lisbon, Portugal (2014–2017)
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Lisbon, Portugal (2011–2014)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Training, 2026
Domestic Violence Professional Training, APAV, Lisbon (2017)
Gender Equality Training, Lisbon (2020)